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VIDEO and Photos: Over 1,300 participate in the 2013 Brookhaven Bolt

Organizers and Volunteers gathered in Ashford Park at Village Place to set-up for the 2013 Brookhaven Bolt around 4:00 a.m. Saturday morning. By 6:00 a.m. the area was transformed into “race-central.” By 7:30 a.m., the area was bustling with activity as more than 1,300 runners, joggers, and walkers prepared for the start of the 5K [...]

Brookhaven businesses to offset street lighting costs

Brookhaven, GA, May 17, 2013 – Brookhaven businesses will soon begin taking some of the burden off homeowners to help keep the city well-lit. DeKalb County currently only charges residential property owners to pay for street lights, although some commercial properties are included in these residential street light districts. But that will change starting in [...]

Brookhaven’s ZBA approves 6 month deferral for Brookhaven Overlook case

The Brookhaven Zoning Board of Appeals met in the gymnasium at St. Martin’s School on Wednesday evening. In attendance were approximately 75 citizens in opposition to a request for deferral of case AA 13-031 (formerly DeKalb County case # A-13-18379): Kathryn M. Zickert and Dennis J. Webb, Jr., of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP, located [...]

Does the Pink Pony Lawsuit Seek to Strip Brookhaven of its Cityhood?

BROOKHAVEN, GA – The Brookhaven Post has obtained a copy of the entire 105 page DeKalb County Superior Court official case file (embedded below) – including the exhibits – for case number 13CV5593-1, filed on May 13th, 2013, in the DeKalb County Superior Court by attorneys for the owners of the Pink Pony. A point of [...]

05-15-2013 | AdvancED/SACS Accreditation Review Updates

The DeKalb County School District, has issued a Press Release to draw attention to the 05-15-2013 | AdvancED/SACS Accreditation Review Updates. The Release includes links to: Institution Progress Report Clarification of Issues/Concerns Raised Within the Advanced Special Review Team Report (addenda) Textbook Status Executive Summary as of 01-21-2013

5.15: ZBA to hear Brookhaven Overlook case. 6 month deferral requested.

The Zoning Board of Appeals for the City of Brookhaven will assemble Wednesday evening at 7:00 PM at St. Martins to hear 2 cases. The first is case: AA 13-031 (formerly DeKalb County case # A-13-18379): Kathryn M. Zickert and Dennis J. Webb, Jr., of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP, located at 1230 Peachtree Street, [...]

City of Brookhaven sued by owners of Pink Pony. City leaders named.

For months, attorney’s for the Pink Pony have been attending Town Halls, City Council Meetings and Work Sessions, threatening to file suit if the City passed a new ordinance surrounding Sexually Oriented Businesses that Pink Pony attorneys say, “will put us out of business.” As of Monday, May 13th, the threats of a lawsuit became [...]

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VIDEO and Photos: Over 1,300 participate in the 2013 Brookhaven Bolt

May 18, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 1 Comment

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Brookhaven businesses to offset street lighting costs

May 17, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

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Brookhaven’s ZBA approves 6 month deferral for Brookhaven Overlook case

May 17, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 1 Comment

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Does the Pink Pony Lawsuit Seek to Strip Brookhaven of its Cityhood?

May 16, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 17 Comments

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05-15-2013 | AdvancED/SACS Accreditation Review Updates

May 16, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

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VIDEO: 5.14 City Council Work Session

May 16, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Prior to the 5.14 City Council Meeting, Brookhaven’s Mayor, Council and Staff assembled for a Work Session. Several citizens and members of the media were present.

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VIDEO: 5.14 City Council Meeting

May 16, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Brookhaven’s Mayor, Council, and Staff assembled for a City Council meeting Tuesday, May 14th. Approximately 30 citizens and onlookers were present.

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5.15: ZBA to hear Brookhaven Overlook case. 6 month deferral requested.

May 15, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

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City of Brookhaven sued by owners of Pink Pony. City leaders named.

May 14, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 1 Comment

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VIDEO: 5.13 Brookhaven’s second Town Hall

May 14, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

A host of City of Brookhaven officials held a Town Hall Monday evening at Ashford Park School. A crowd of 40 or so residents were present to share thoughts and ideas.

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2013 Brookhaven Bolt this Saturday. REGISTER TODAY!

May 13, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 1 Comment

Brief Description: Bring your families out and make sure that you stay around to enjoy the beautiful weather and our FAMILY-FRIENDLY festival taking place in the beautiful neighborhood of Ashford Park. The race runs through one of the prettiest areas of Brookhaven; you will enjoy being encouraged by our many cheering spectators as well as [...]

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This week: 5.13 Town Hall, 5.14 Work Session and Council Meeting. Agendas and Packets here.

May 10, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

The City of Brookhaven Mayor, City Council and Staff have a busy week ahead. The Brookhaven Post will be on hand to cover all of the events. Monday, May 13th: Town Hall Meeting Ashford Park School 7:00 PM 2968 Cravenridge Drive, Brookhaven, GA 30319 Agendas: Tuesday, May 14th: Work Session Brookhaven Municipal Court 4:30 [...]

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VIDEO: Brookhaven’s Police Chief addresses DVCA at Community Meeting

May 10, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Thursday evening, the Drew Valley Civic Association held a community meeting to discuss recent crimes in and around their area. City of Brookhaven Police Chief, Gary Yandura, opened his address with a brief biography on his previous work as a law enforcement official and touched on several topics relating to the formation of Brookhaven’s own [...]

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VIDEO: DeKalb Police North Precinct Commander addresses recent break-ins in Brookhaven

May 10, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 1 Comment

BROOKHAVEN, GA – MAY 9 On Thursday evening, Major Jim Conroy, Commander of DeKalb County Police Department’s North Precinct, addressed recent crimes that have occurred in some Brookhaven neighborhoods. Since April 22nd, there have been eight break-ins. The times of the break-ins range from noon to 3 PM. The perpetrators are bold and they’ve broken into [...]

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DVCA Calls Emergency Community Meeting. DeKalb PD and Brookhaven PD will be present.

May 9, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Area break-ins have citizens uneasy and asking for answers / suggestions from local law enforcement. The Drew Valley Civic Association has called an Emergency Community Meeting to discuss a recent spike in crime in the area. “The purpose of this meeting is to discuss ideas that can stop the current crime infesting our neighborhood.” The Meeting will [...]

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Who’s job is it to maintain the right-of-ways in Brookhaven?

May 8, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Several readers have asked us, “Now that we are in a City, who’s job is it to maintain the right-of-ways?” One of the services the City of Brookhaven has taken over is Public Works, thus including the maintenance of the right-of-ways – among others. From the City’s Website: The Department of Public Works is responsible [...]

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Brookhaven chief advocates for domestic violence victims

May 7, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Brookhaven Police Chief Gary Yandura was with Governor Nathan Deal today as he signed Senate Bill 86, which gives police greater authority to enforce temporary restraining orders and protect domestic violence victims. Chief Yandura spoke in support of the bill and has worked to advocate for greater laws to protect victims of domestic violence. Also [...]

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Brookhaven to hold Town Hall Meeting May 13

May 6, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - 1 Comment

The Mayor and Council of the City of Brookhaven will hold their second Town Hall Meeting since the City of Brookhaven’s first day of business, December 17th. The meeting will be held at: Ashford Park Elementary 2968 Cravenridge Drive, Brookhaven, GA 30319 Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pending an internet connection, The Brookhaven Post [...]

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Brookhaven Farmers Market; A New Location with Room to Grow

May 6, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

The Brookhaven Farmers Market kicked off this year’s season in a new location at the Brookhaven Baptist Church off North Druid Hills Road. The weather wasn’t quite as cooperative as those that attended. Despite rain and wind, devout market goers showed up to purchase the items they look forward to buying each and every year. [...]

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The Mercantile Highlights Local Artist

May 6, 2013 by thebrookhavenpost - No Comment

Local Atlanta Artist, Stephanie Wheeler, (who describes herself as a Colorist), was on hand to discuss her work and meet with customers this Saturday at The Mercantile in Village Place on Dresden Drive. “Some people just shop locally, so it’s been nice to have the exposure in this area,” said Wheeler. The show featured different [...]

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